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A363. IDENTIFIED - WISCONSIN 13TH LIGHT ARTILLERY OFFICER’S SABER: This is an 1859 dated Ames Light Cavalry saber identified to Lieutenant William W. Perrine; Wisconsin 13th Light Artillery. The saber is tight with the original grip and wire, and complete with the original scabbard. It is dated 1859 and US inspected A. D. K and Ames maker marked. On the inside top of the guard is the identification:
Lient
W. W. Perrine
13 Wis Battery.
This is the exact sword with the turned down guard, which is being worn in the CDV of Lt. Perrine, which is included.
Lieutenant William W. Perrine enlisted on 8/5/1862 as a Private, A" Co. Wisconsin 24th Infantry, and saw action at Chaplin Hill, Stones River, Chickamauga and Mission Ridge before accepting a commission in the 13th Independent Battery Wisconsin Light Artillery.
The 13th Independent Battery Wisconsin Light Artillery was aUnion Army unit during the Civil War, organized in Milwaukee and mustered into service on December 29, 1863. It primarily operated in the Department of the Gulf and the Department of the Cumberland, serving in Tennessee and Alabama, and was mustered out in 20 July, 1865.
Key Details of the 13th Battery (Light Artillery):
Organization: Organized at Milwaukee, WI, with one squad mustered in Nov. 4, 1863, and another on Dec. 29, 1863.
Service & Campaigns: Left Wisconsin for New Orleans, LA, in January 1864. Later moved to Tennessee, taking part in battles such as Lookout Valley, Missionary Ridge, and the relief of Knoxville.
Action: Served in the 20th Corps, participating in the Atlanta Campaign, included battles; Resaca, Dallas, Kennesaw Mountain, Peachtree Creek.
Final Actions: Engaged in garrison duty and fought its last engagement at Overall's Creek, Tennessee, in December 1864.
Casualties: The battery suffered 29 casualties (killed or died of disease) before being mustered out in July 1865.
An 82-page history binder and the original CDV are included. Shipping & Insurance is free. $4500.00
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Capt Everard. Bierer.
from his friends
Union Town Pa
A364. PRESENTATION - PENNSYLVANIA – 1862 DATED & INSPECTED - AMES MODEL 1850 STAFF & FIELD SWORD: This is an 1862 dated and inspected Ames Model 1850 Staff& Field sword presented to Everard Bierer when he was a Captain and most likely given to him on 7/29/1861 when he was commissioned into "F" Co. Pennsylvania 40th Infantry.
Everard Bierer Enlisted on 5/23/1861 at Union Town, PA as a Captain and on 7/29/1861 was commissioned into "F" Co. Pennsylvania 40th Infantry.
He was captured and sent to Libby Prison as a POW (Jan 27, 1862 – Aug 12, 1862) (Exchanged for E. P. Bryan CSA Sig Corps). After returning to service, he was Severely wounded September 14, 1862 at the engagement at South Mountain, Md. On 11/17/1862, he was commissioned into Field & Staff Pennsylvania 171st Infantry and was discharged on 8/8/1863. Click on the above Pennsylvania state seal and review the 178-page binder which in included. Shipping and insurance in free. $7900.00
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A274. 9TH MARYLAND - HIGH-GRADE PRESENTATION M1850 STAFF & FIELD SWORD: This is an outstanding example of a Clauberg High-Grade presentation sword. The attached historical information provides a detail description of the sword as well as information on the officer to which it was presented.
Presented to
Capt. Jas. W. Brady
by Company B 9th Md Infy.
Harper’sFerry, Va.
Oct 28 1863.
Captain James W. Brady joined the 9th Maryland Infantry, which was a six-month unit, and it appears he was in a pre-war militia unit and remained active in the local militia after his enlistment ended. He served as the Provost Marshall in Harper’s Ferry during his time of service. This historical binder provided his history to include is Muster Sheets and Pension File. This folder is included with the sword, and Shipping & Insurance is free. $6600.00
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A323. PENNSYLVANIA – TWO PRESENTATION FIELD SWORDS, BELT & BUCKLE, COMMISSION DOCUMENT & BOOKS IDENTIFED TO A PENNSYLVANIA OFFICER: These two swords were presented to Audley William Gazzam during his service with the Pennsylvania 103rd Infantry Regiment, and the two books, belt with buckle, framed commission document and other papers were his personal items.
The first sword is a standard Model 1850 Mounted Officers sword. The hilt is tight with no movement and it retains 100% original twisted wire, but the leather grip is nearly 80% worn away from heavy use exposing some of the wood core. The blade washer is missing; however, the blade is tight with no movement, and there is no maker or retailer mark, or etching. Simply, a plain blade example. However; there is a presentation on the scabbard.
The steel scabbard has a nice brown patina and retains both ornate ring mounts and drag. On the reverse side is the presentation:
Presented
To
Cap: A W Gazzam
by
James Robb
and other Pittsburghers
April 27th 1861
The second sword is a standard Model 1850 Staff & Field sword. The hilt is tight with no movement and it retains 100% original twisted wire and shark-skin grip. The blade washer is missing; however, the blade is tight with no movement, and there is no maker or retailer mark, but the blade is etched and marked IRON PROOF on the spine. The blade has a dark gray patina with strong etching with no pitting, and never sharpened. The scabbard has a brown patina with plain ring mounts and a drag all with original screws. The top mount is decorated on both side with Battle history for Major Gazzam.
(FRONT)
Battles
York Town
Chickahominy Bride
Malvern Hill, Va
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New Berne
Gaines Mills
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Washington, N.C.
(BACK)
Audley W. Gazzam
Major Commanding
103 P.V.
A. W. Gazzam
Command his Regiment
Battle of Williamsburg Va
when the 103d Pa Vols
Captured Enemys Colors
&
Acting Brig: Genl
on advance Federal Lines
Battle
7 Pines and Fair Oakes
Va
Audley W. Gazzam enlisted on 3/1/1862 as a Major. On 3/1/1862, he was commissioned into Field & Staff Pennsylvania 103rd Infantry. He transferred out on 9/25/1863. On 9/25/1863, he transferred into Field & Staff Veteran Reserve Corps 5th. He resigned on 4/21/1865. Gazzam had extensive combat experience, to much to wire in this post. Please click on the PA state icon and look at his history. This is an amazing grouping of an officer who saw extensive combat and was presented two sword. Included with the two swords are the two books, commission document, belt with buckle and book marks, and a 260-page history binder. Please take the time to peruse the history binder by clicking on the above state seal. Grouping such as this are seldom seen. Shipping & Insurance is included. $12,000.00
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A324. IDENTIFED – AMES MODEL 1852 NAVAL OFFICERS SWORD: This is an Ames Model 1852 Naval Officers sword identified to Acting Ensign Charles B. McGuin. It is the same sword he is holding in the CDV image of him, which is in the Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division Washington, D.C. It is an Ames Model 1852 Naval Officers sword. Thehilt is tight with much original gold wash; the white grip shows wear, but has 100% original twisted wire; the original blade washer holds the frosty etched blade tight; and the scabbard is complete will all its original mounts and screws. On the top mount is etched the name: Charles B. McQuin.
Acting Ensign Charles B. McQuin was assigned to only one ship during his short service in the Navy; the USS Osceola. His records consist of two letters with endorsements. One dated Aug 31, 1864 in which he requested an extension of his leave due to ill health, which has the doctor’s endorsement and the seconded letter dated Sept 6, 1864 when he reports he was unable to join his ship on account of sickness and requested to extend his leave until Sept, 17. Both letters document his rank as Acting Ensign and his ship as the USS Osceola. Naval records show he resigned on 22 October,1864. On 4 August 1864 Osceola and USS Miami shelled a Confederate battery which was firing on Union transports near Harrison's Landing, Virginia. Included with the sword is a 14-page history binder. Shipping & insurance will be included. $2900.00
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C625. GEORGIA MADE & IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE KNIFE - 7TH REGT GA STATE TROOPS, 47TH REGT. GA INFANTRY & 1ST BATTALION GA SHARPSHOOTERS: This Georgia made & identified Confederate D-Guard Bowie Knifes was acquired from the direct decedent of Private Elbert Green Melton and has remained in one family, passed down from one generation to the next. A recent meeting with the family revealed new information about the family tree, to include the fact that Private Elbert Green Melton made a sword to use and he had one issued to him. The sword he made is believed to be this D-guard bowie knife and the issued sword, which is still in the family’s possession, is a standard import Model 1850 Foot Officers sword.
Elbert Greene Melton - twin - b 26 Apr 1843, Marion Co GA Private in Co K, 7th Regt GA St Troops 21 Oct 1861, mustered out at Camp Brown GA 20 Apr 1862. Enlisted as private, Co B, 47th Regt GA Infantry 16 May 1862. Transferred to Co A, 1st Battalion Ga Sharpshooters 30 July 1862. Roll Call for Aug 1864 shows him present - no further civil war record.
The knife is 20 1/2 inches long with a 15 3/4-inch x 15/8-inch-wide spear-point blade. The blade has a Georgia arsenal made look with casting flaws, and is period sharpened. The grip is two-piece slabbed oak wood held tight with three steel pins. The guard has an unusual Half-Bell shaped if looking at it upright, and a straight quillion ending in a diamond designed tip. The blade is pinned tight and totally undisturbed, and the knife is all original in flawless attic-founds condition. Truly a treasure! Included is a 57-page history binder with the original signed letter from the family. Also, shipping & insurance is free. $6800.00
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A245. ILLINOIS PRESENTATION - GERMAN SILVER HILT MODEL 1850 STAFF & FIELD SWORD: This is a German Silver hilt Model 1850 Staff & Field Sword presented to an Illinois Captain in the 134th Infantry Regiment. The etched blade is worn out and has no decoration or maker's mark, but has a recessed brass "PROOF" escutcheon on the obverse ricasso. The silver grips are wrapped in gilded-brass wire. The guard is a half-basked style with pierced floral designs and the letters "US". The blued-metal scabbard has a brass throat, two mounting bands and drag. The obverse side of the mounting rings are decorated with floral designs; the obverse side of the drag features an engraved Federal shield, eagle, and "US". The reverse side of the upper mounting band is engraved:
Presented to
CAPT. J. PIKE
Co. G. 134.Reg. Ill. Vol
by his fellow students
of the
University of Chicago
June 1, 1864
Joshua Pike was born at West Jefferson, Ohio in 1840. His family moved to Barry, Illinois. He was attending classes at the University of Chicago but set aside his studies to enlist in the Union army on May 31, 1864 and was commissioned a captain. He served in Co. G., 134th Illinois Volunteer Infantry until he mustered out on October 25, 1864. He returned to the University of Chicago to complete his education. Condition: Very good. The blade has a smooth, gray patina with some scattered dark spots. The hilt has a dark patina. Moderate to heavy dents in the scabbard's drag. A binder with historical information is included, and shipping with insurance is included. $1800.00
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Sharpsburg, Fredericksburg, Dumfries, Rapidan Station, Brandy Station, Upperville, Hanover, Gettysburg, Williamsport, Funkstown, and Culpeper Court House, Bristoe, Mine Run Wilderness, Todd's Tavern
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C586. ID'ED CONFEDERATE MOLE BRASS HILT PATTERN 1853 CAVALRY SWORD - 9th VIRGINIA CAVALRY: This Mole marked Confederate Brass Hilt Pattern 1853 Cavalry Saber was discovered in a home in Richmond Virginia with the remnants of an officer’s silk sash tied through the ring mounts which is a strong indication it belonged to an officer. The sash is fragile; very dry and powdery to touch; and in poor condition with holes with one remaining tassel. It must be handled with care.
On the top front are the initials R H P “RHP.”
A search of the Civil War data base found only one cavalry officer from Virginia with these initials: Robert Henry Pratt.
By profession, Robert Heny Pratt was a dentist when he enlisted in the Virginia 40th Infantry, but a few months later accepted a commission in “K” Company, Virginia 9th Cavalry.
He was listed as:
Wounded 9/13/1863 Culpeper Court House, VA (Gunshot wound in left hand)
Detached 10/15/1863 (place not stated) (On conscription duty)
Returned 6/15/1864 (place not stated) (Estimated day)
On rolls 9/1/1864 (place not stated) (Present through final roll)
Oath Allegiance 5/2/1865 Ashland, VA
Promotions:
1st Lieutenant 8/22/1861 (As of Co. K, 9th VA Cav)
Captain 9/15/1862 (Estimated day)
The Virginia’s 9th Cavalry Regiment was formed in January, 1862, using John E. Johnson's eight company 1st Battalion, Virginia Cavalry ("Lee's Legion") as its nucleus. These companies and the two added were from the counties of Stafford, Caroline, Westmoreland, Lancaster, Essex, Spotsylvania, Lunenburg, King William, King George, and Richmond.
The unit served in W.H.F. Lee's, Chambliss', and Beale's Brigade, Army of Northern Virginia.
It fought in the Seven Days' Battles and the conflicts at Gainesville, Second Manassas, Sharpsburg, Fredericksburg, Dumfries, Rapidan Station, Brandy Station, Upperville, Hanover, Gettysburg, Williamsport, Funkstown, and Culpeper Court House.
The 9th went on to fight at Bristoe, Mine Run, The Wilderness, and Todd's Tavern. Later it skirmished around Richmond and Petersburg, then was active in the Appomattox operations.
This unit reported 32 casualties at Upperville, lost four percent of the 490 engaged at Gettysburg, and had 22 disabled at Williamsport. It surrendered 1 officer and 26 men.
Click on the above Virginia state seal for the historical binder info on the Virginia 9th Cavalry and Robert Henry Pratt. The binder is included, as well as free shipping and insurance. $6500.00
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A288. AMES MODEL 1850 STAFF & FIELD SWORD - IDENTIFIED TO A WISCONSIN OFFICER: This Ames Model 1850 Staff & Field sword is identified to Lieutenant Colonel Joshua James Guppy, and it looks to have been taken from him when he was captured at the Battle of Buzzards Prairie on 11/03/1863. It is believed to have been a presentation sword, but the plaque was removed when the scabbard was Confederate refurbished with a flat black lacquer finish.
Lt. Colonel Joshua James Guppy initials "J. J. G." are engraved on pommel cap and top ring mount. A detail search of the Civil War data base and the National Archived records found one and only one Staff and Field grade officers with the initial J J G: Lieutenant Colonel Joshua James Guppy. He was commissioned into Field & Staff Wisconsin 10th Infantry on 9/13/1861, discharged for promotion on 7/25/1862 for a commissioned into Field & Staff Wisconsin 23rd Infantry, and Mustered Out on 7/4/1865. He was Wounded on 11/03/1863 at the Battle of Buzzards Prairie and listed as a POW at Carrion Crow Bayou, LA. He would be promoted to Colonel on 7/25/1862 and Brigadier General on 3/13/1865 by Brevet. A 90-page binder of historical information is included, and shipping & insurance is free. $2400.00
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CN11. CONFEDERATE CANTEEN - IDENTIFIED TO 2 DIFFERENT 17TH REGIMENT ALABAMA INFANTRY SOLDIERS: This Confederate Canteen was carried by two different soldiers from “K” Company, Alabama 17th Infantry: J. Wilkers & Joseph S. Black. On one side of the canteen is carved “Wilkes” above the letter “J” and on the other side “J. S. Blac” and “JS.”
Since there is no identifying unit name or number on the canteen, a deep and thorough search of the Civil War data base and the National Parks records was conducted to see if any Confederate unit had two soldiers with these names. All Southern states were checked and a line-by-line comparison was conducted, and only one match was found: “K” Company, Alabama 17th Infantry. Both soldiers at different time served in this unit.
It appears Private J. Wilkes enlisted into for “K” Company, Alabama 17th Infantry when the unit was formed in August, 1861. He was wounded at the Battle of Shiloh and later died at a temporary Confederate hospital located in Macon Mississippi.
Following the Battle of Shiloh April 6-7, 1862, the injured and wounded were loaded on trains and sent to surrounding communities for care. For a battle which lasted only two days, there were nearly 24,000 dead, wounded, or missing and there were just not enough facilities to care for everyone. Shiloh is not far from Macon just north of Corinth, a little over 160 miles, so many of those wounded men ended up in Macon, Brooksville, Shuqualak, and other towns along the railroad lines. The communities opened their churches, schools, and homes to the wounded setting up temporary hospitals to treat the wounded.
A date of death, or cause, was not given for Private J. Wilkes; however, his personal effect and most likely all his equipment, to include his canteen, were received 2 September, 1862. Since this was early in the war and the supply systems was still being established, most equipment and weapons were retained by the original command for reissue.
A few months after the death of Private J. Wilkes, Private Joseph S. Black enlisted on Feb. 26, 1863 into “K” Company, Alabama 17th Infantry. He would be issued a weapon and military equipment to include a canteen. Black would go on to fight at the Battle of Franklin and Battle of Nashville on December 16, 1864 and was captured and sent to Camp Douglas as a Prisoner-of-War. His name would appear on a Muster Sheet Roll of Prisoners of War at Camp Douglas, Ill being mustered into 6th U.S. Vol. Infantry April 3, 1865.
No doubt the canteen became a war trophy and survivedcomplete with its original Confederate leather strap. Include is a history binder. Shipping & Insurance is included. $4500.00
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C642. CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE – VIRGINIA MADE & IDENTIFIED – GETTYSBURG – POW: This is a well-made Virginia D-Guard Bowie knife complete with its original leather sheath. It is 21 inches long with a 16 1/4-inch clip-point blade made from a file and a nicely shaped D-Guard with a beautifully shaped walnut grip. The blade has period sharpening and several contact marks indicating it saw combat. The original leather sheath is complete, but the bottom seam is partially open where the cotton threads have been cut. On the top of the grip is carved the name: H. Korner.
A search of the National Parks Soldiers and Sailors Database & the Civil War Database reveals there are only six Confederate soldiers with the last name Korner and only one with the first name initial “H” and that is Harmer D. Korner. The alternate names of Hiram C. Koiner and Hiram D. Koiner are listed, but this is a result of two soldiers Muster Sheets being inadvertently merged. There are only three known muster sheets for Private Harmer D. Korner. His enlistment date is unknown, but can be assumed to be early when the 52nd Virginia Infantry Regiment was formed in August 1861. He most likely was with the command during all its engagement up to and including the Battle of Gettysburg. The 52nd Virginia infantry regiment was heavily engaged at Culp’s Hill on 3 July and began the retreat the following day.
During the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia's retreat following the Battle of Gettysburg, Union cavalry captured over 500 Confederate soldiers in the vicinity of Clear Spring, Maryland. These troops were taken during a series of skirmishes between the two sides as they maneuvered towards the Potomac River crossings. Private Harmer D. Korner last muster sheet documents his capture at Clear Springs Maryland. A 21-page history binder, and shipping and insurance is free. $12,000
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Presented to
LIEUT, Wm H. WRIGHT
BY
Che Members of Company G
56th Regt. N.G.S.N.Y.
July 28th 1863
A326. HIGH-GRADE - CIVIL WAR MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICER'S PRESENTATION SWORD: This high-grade Civil War Model 1850 Officer’s Presentation sword was awarded shortly after Gettysburg Campaign to First Lieutenant William H. Wright, G Company 56th Regiment N.G.S.N.Y. As General Robert E. Lee moved his army north, the 56th regiment was ordered to Harrisburg Pennsylvania for a service of thirty days. It left the State June 19, 1863, and served in the Third Brigade, 1st Division, Department Susquehanna, and July 24, 1863, it was mustered out of the service of the United States at Brooklyn. August 2, 1864, it was mustered into the United States service for 100 days and it served at Elmira until it was mustered out November 6, 1864.
The regiment in its service in 1863 took part in a skirmishnear Oyster Point, Pa., June 29, 1863, and it lost in its service in 1864, by death, of disease, two enlisted men." One veteran of the battle at Oyster Point recounted: "While this skirmish was of no particular account in itself, it is really historic. It was at the furthest northern point which was reached by the invaders, and marks the crest of the wave of the invasion of Pennsylvania. The retreat of the Confederate force there commenced did not end until the Potomac was crossed. The success obtained must be largely ascribed to the gallant conduct of Landis’ Battery...” The skirmish lasted for two days and ended when Robert E. Lee issued orders for the troops to retreat south on June 30th for the Battle of Gettysburg. The Union militia pursued the invaders and fought them in another skirmish at the Battle of Sporting Hill.
The scabbard is black leather with gilt brass fittings. Theupper suspension band of the scabbard is inscribed "LIEUT WM H. WRIGHT/BY/the Members of Comp G 56th Regt N.G.S.N.Y. July 28th 1863" on the reverse, and the rest of the fittings have floral engraving. The 32-inch blade has patriotic, floral, and martial etching patterns with frosted backgrounds, "Schuyler-/Hartley-/& Graham/New-York" etched above the right ricasso and "W./CLAUBERG/knight logo/SOLINGEN" stamped on the left ricasso. The silver-plated cast brass hilt has floral patterns and a cast brass rope pattern grip that had a silver-plated finish. A gilt sword knot is fitted to the knuckle guard. A very fine sword! The blade is mostly the untouched original bright polish and has crisp acid etching, some faint spotting, and generally minimal wear. The hilt has aged patina. The grip has traces of silver and otherwise aged patina. The sword knot has moderate age and storage related wear. The scabbard is fine and has moderate wear on the leather, mostly aged patina on the fittings, and distinct engraving and inscription. This is a very attractive Civil War presentation sword complete with a historical inscription to a New York officer from a unit that fought in one of the northernmost skirmishes of the Civil War during Gettysburg campaign. Included is a 19-page history binder, and Shipping & Insurance. $4800.00
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F435. OHIO ID’ED & CARRIED CONTRACT RIFLE, CARTRIDGE BOX, BELT, CAP BOX AND BAYONET: This grouping was acquired from a direct descendant of Private John P. Johnson. He served in the 177th and the 180th Ohio Volunteers.
The 177th Ohio Volunteers Regiment was organized at Camp Cleveland, Ohio; mustered in October 9, 1864; Ordered to Nashville, Tenn.; thence to Tullahoma, Tenn., and garrison duty there under General Milroy till November 30. Ordered to Murfreesboro, Tenn., November 30, arriving there December 2. Attached to Defences Nashville & Chattanooga Railroad, Dept. of the Cumberland, to January, 1865. 2nd Brigade, 3rd Division, 23rd Army Corps, Army of the Ohio, and Dept. of North Carolina, to June, 1865. It’s service includes the Siege of Murfreesboro December 5-12, 1864. Wilkinson's Pike, near Murfreesboro, December 7. Near Murfreesboro December 13-14. Ordered to Clifton, Tenn., and duty there till January 16, 1865. Movement to Washington, D. C., thence to Fort Fisher, N. C., January 16-February 7. Operations against Hoke February 11-14. Near Sugar Leaf Battery February 11. Fort Anderson February 18-19. Town Creek February 19-20. Capture of Wilmington February 22. Campaign of the Carolinas March 1-April 26. Advance on Goldsboro March 6-21. Occupation of Goldsboro March 21. Advance on Raleigh April 10-14. Occupation of Raleigh April 14. Bennett's House April 26. Surrender of Johnston and his army. Duty at Raleigh and Greensboro till June. Mustered out at Greensboro, N. C., June 24, and discharged July 7,1865. The 180th Ohio Volunteers Regiment was organized at Camp Chase September-October, 1864. Left State for Nashville, Tenn., October 15. Attached to 3rd Brigade, Defences of Nashville & Chattanooga Railroad, Dept. of the Cumberland, to January, 1865. 1st Brigade, 1st Division, 23rd Army Corps, Army of the Ohio, and Dept. of North Carolina, to July, 1865. It’s service includes the moved from Nashville to Decherd, Tenn., October, 1864, and guard duty on line of the Nashville & Chattanooga Railroad, Right Wing at Decherd, Left Wing at Elk River Bridge, till January, 1863. Moved to Nashville, Tenn., January 6; thence moved as Train Guard to Columbia, Tenn., January 10. Return to Nashville and movement to Washington, D. C.; thence to North Carolina January 16-February 25. Campaign of the Carolinas March 1-April 26. Advance on Kinston and Goldsboro March 6-21. Battle of Wise's Forks March 8-10. Occupation of Kinston March 14. Occupation of Goldsboro March 21. Advance on Raleigh April 10-14. Occupation of Raleigh April 14. Bennett's House April 26. Surrender of Johnston and his army. Duty at Raleigh, Greensboro and Charlotte, N. C., till July. Mustered out July 12, 1865.
The 180th Ohio Volunteers Regiment was organized at Camp Chase September-October, 1864. Left State for Nashville, Tenn., October 15. Attached to 3rd Brigade, Defences of Nashville & Chattanooga Railroad, Dept. of the Cumberland, to January, 1865. 1st Brigade, 1st Division, 23rd Army Corps, Army of the Ohio, and Dept. of North Carolina, to July, 1865. It’s service includes the moved from Nashville to Decherd, Tenn., October, 1864, and guard duty on line of the Nashville & Chattanooga Railroad, Right Wing at Decherd, Left Wing at Elk River Bridge, till January, 1863. Moved to Nashville, Tenn., January 6; thence moved as Train Guard to Columbia, Tenn., January 10. Return to Nashville and movement to Washington, D. C.; thence to North Carolina January 16-February 25. Campaign of the Carolinas March 1-April 26. Advance on Kinston and Goldsboro March 6-21. Battle of Wise's Forks March 8-10. Occupation of Kinston March 14. Occupation of Goldsboro March 21. Advance on Raleigh April 10-14. Occupation of Raleigh April 14. Bennett's House April 26. Surrender of Johnston and his army. Duty at Raleigh, Greensboro and Charlotte, N. C., till July. Mustered out July 12, 1865.
Private John P. Johnson’s mustersheets places him predominantly with the 180th Ohio Regiment, but there is one pages placing him with the 177th. His initials J. P. J. are carved into the flat side of the rifle stock opposite the lock; on the cartridge box outer flap, and the cap box. The contract rifle is marked 1864 / EAGLE over U.S. / PARKER, SNOW COMPANY OF MERIDEN, CONN. Rifle comes complete with its three original barrel bands, hammer, bolster, lock plate and screws, rear / front sight, both swivels and its swelled shank ramrod. All screws very good and not buggered up and the butt plate is stamped “US”. There is a faint ghost image of rifling, but is now smooth bored. The early Cartridge box has its original brass plate and the two tin inserts, and the sling has its original brass plate as well, but the leather is damaged on the bottle where the sling would attach. Inside I found the original retainer flap retainer strap, the buckle for the sling, a length of twine and a gun tool. On the outer flap, lower right-hand side, Private Johnson carved his initial J. P. J. The belt is complete and has the original puppy paw oval U.S. brass plate, a cap box and the bayonet frog. The initials J. P. J. are on the outer flap of the cap box. The Cartridge box, belt, cap box, and bayonet sheath all have seen better days, but are part of the group. Included is a a folder with copies of Private John P. Johnson’s muster sheets and pension file. Shipping & Insurance included. $4200.00
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